"This is a challenging time for Australians and we all need to do what we can to help our healthcare system and save lives"
Friday 20 March 2020 15:02, UK
Shane Warne's gin company has halted production in order to produce hand sanitiser amid the coronavirus pandemic.
SevenZeroEight Gin is making medical-grade alcohol hand sanitiser, with a statement saying the company had agreed "to provide a continuous supply to two nominated Western Australian hospitals at cost".
"This is a challenging time for Australians and we all need to do what we can to help our healthcare system combat this disease and save lives," said Warne, whose company will solely produce hand sanitiser from March 17 until further notice.
"I am happy SevenZeroEight has the ability to make this shift and encourage others to do the same."
Two of Warne's business partners are surgical specialists in Western Australia.
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison had asked companies to produce medical supplies due to shortages and disruptions from overseas supply chains.
